1974 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro
To start off, 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro (741 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 679 more horse power than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro should accelerate faster than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro weights approximately 738 kg more than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro (900 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 786 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. (114 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Daihatsu Charmant | 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Lotec |
| Model | Charmant | Testa de Oro |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1407 cc | 4942 cc |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 741 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 900 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 1650 kg |
